Please note
that some travelers may need pre-arrival Visa (For example the people
of Pakistan,
South Africa, India & Iran should verify their visa requirements
at the nearest Arab republic consulate to them prior to their arrival).
Our representative at the airport can help and purchase the visa,
assist you with airport formalities without you being hassled.
Health
It is highly recommended
that you drink only bottled / mineral water, hot beverages (such
as coffee or tea), canned or bottled carbonated beverages, and beer.
Ice is made with tap water and should be avoided. Make sure that
all fruit juices are freshly squeezed and not mixed with non-mineral
water.Egyptian foods are delicious, but avoid road-side food stalls
and remember that it is not what you eat, but how you eat, that
will cause you to be sick. If you lie out by the pool in the heat
of the sun and drink ice-cold beverages, especially beer, then anything
you eat will likely upset you. Egypt boasts a wide variety of fruits
and vegetables, but it is best to stick with cooked vegetables and
eat fruits that you peel yourself. Use your common sense, exercise
moderation and you will stay healthy and be happy!
Tipping
Like everywhere in the world,
tipping is customary, and Egypt is no exception. Actually the word
"Baksheesh" is not an Arabic word, and was most probably
introduced by the British during their colonial days. The Webster
dictionary defines Baksheesh as a gratuity or tip. Keep small money
ready to give to those whom you consider deserving (LE 2 is considered
the minimum tip). Charity is something else, and you will see many
who will touch your heart, give as you feel, a little goes a long
way in Egypt. At hotels, restaurants and cruise ships, international
tipping standards apply. Your tour may already include tips, so
it is best you first check with your travel agent. But usually you
would pay not less than LE 5 per bag to the bellman/porter, LE 3
for maid service/housekeeping per night, 12-15% to your waiter if
the service charge has not already been added, and if it has, then
you may add a little extra, depending on the service you received.
L.E 20 per day for your cruise staff, plus something extra for the
cruise director. For doormen, toilet attendants and anyone doing
you a small service, LE 2 is sufficient. given a good heart, anything
you give will be gratefully receive .
Weather
Egypt Popularity as a holiday
destination may be in part to its climate. The hottest months are
June, July and August when maximum temperatures range between 34C/95F
in Cairo and 41C/107F in Luxor and Aswan. Since the climate tends
to be dry, especially in Upper Egypt, the heat is more bearable.
Evenings are much cooler and very pleasant, which is possibly the
reason why nightlife in Egypt is so lively. Weather-wise, the best
months to visit is March, April, October and November. Other-wise,
any time is a good time.
